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Almost Holy Mama: Life-Giving Spiritual Practices for Weary Parents
Written by Courtney Ellis
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This look at parenthood and Christianity offers ways in which new parents can incorporate their faith into their daily lives and continue to honor God despite a busy life.
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Courtney Ellis
Courtney Ellis had her life transformed from serious to seldom-not-smiling through God's gift of playfulness. A graduate of Wheaton College and Princeton Seminary, she can now be found approaching almost everything playfully, from parenting to public speaking to praying (really!). The author of Uncluttered and Almost Holy Mama, she resides with her husband and three children in California. For more information, visit CourtneyBEllis.com.
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Reviews for Almost Holy Mama
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I absolutely loved this book. Thank you for making it so relatable and being vulnerable with your struggles. God bless you
Can't wait to listen to your other books. May the Lord continue to draw us to Himself